OBITUARIES

Dec 25, 2023

Wellman-Richard Ardell Beachy was born July 14th 1962 in Iowa City, Iowa, the son of Walter and Laurine (Miller) Beachy. He was united in marriage to Rhoda Miller on Sept. 15, 1984 at Salem Mennonite church.

He is survived by his wife Rhoda of 39 years; 5 children, Rosey (Nate) Nisly of Wellman, IA, Rolanda (Jared) Good of Virgina, Rylan...

Dec 25, 2023

Dirk J. Rathjen, age 64, of Marengo, passed away Monday, December 25, 2023, from complications of an automobile accident. Private memorial services may be held at a later date. Burial will be in the Marengo Cemetery, Marengo. Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo is assisting the family with arrangements.

Dirk is survived by his aunts, Donna Collingwood, Jolayne Kraft,...

Dec 25, 2023

John C. Demmel, age 53, of High Amana, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 25, 2023, after a short battle with cancer, at his brother Joel and Becky’s home. Per John’s wishes, please dress casual for the services. Funeral Service: 10:00 a.m., Saturday, December 30, 2023, at the Middle Amana Church, Middle Amana, with Elders Emilie Hoppe and Jon...

Dec 24, 2023

MOUNT PLEASANT – Karen Joyce Townsend, 79, died Sunday, December 24, 2023, at Silver Palms in Mount Pleasant.

 Karen was born September 6, 1944, the daughter of Guy and Mary Crawford. She graduated from Cardinal of Eldon High School in 1963. On June 14, 1985, she was united in marriage to Daniel Townsend in Fairfield. They made their home in...

Dec 22, 2023

 

KEOTA- Isabelle A.”Isy” Flander, age 91, of Washington, formerly of Keota, died Friday, December 22, 2023, at Halcyon House in Washington.    Isy was born June 6, 1932, near Sigourney, to Liborius and Leona (Kiefer) Conrad.  She graduated from Sigourney High School and attended Ottumwa Heights College for two years.  On September 8, 1951, she married Jim Flander in...

Dec 22, 2023

Dennis Allen Lippincott, age 84, of Harlingen Texas, and Churchill Montana, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 22, 2023, at his home with his loving wife by his side. A celebration of life gathering will be held Sunday, June 23, 2024 from 2 to 4 p.m., at the Michael J. Manatt Community Center, downtown Brooklyn, Iowa. Private inurnment will...

Dec 19, 2023

 

OSKALOOSA-Kenny Showman, age 52, of Oskaloosa, died Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, surrounded by his loved ones.     Kenny was born June 26, 1971, in Sigourney, to Danny and Norma (Krumvieda) Showman and graduated from Pekin High School in 1989.  He married Teri Sedore in June of 1990 and they...

Dec 19, 2023

Kalona-Brian Thomas Ball was born May 30th, 1958 in Iowa City, the son of William and Bonnie (Seydel) Ball. Brian grew up in the Johnson and Washington County areas. He graduated from Clear Creek High School in Tiffin. He attended Kirkwood Community College and graduated with an Ag degree. Brian worked on the family farm and was a custodian at...

Dec 17, 2023

Brandy L. Klever, age 54, of Marengo, passed away Sunday, December 17, 2023. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. A memorial fund has been established. Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Brandy is survived by her husband Rick Klever, her children Damian Johnson, Belinda (Chris) Riley, Natasha Johnson...

Dec 17, 2023

Terry L. Morris, age 69, of Malcom, passed away Sunday, December 17, 2023, at Montezuma Specialty Care, Montezuma. A graveside memorial service with inurnment will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 22, 2023, at Ivy Hill Cemetery, Malcom. The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m., Thursday, December 21, 2023, at Kloster Funeral Home, Brooklyn. Memorials...

Dec 16, 2023

 

Webster-Gary William Mikesell was born November 3, 1947, in Iowa City, Iowa, the son of Dale and Josephine (Wheeler) Mikesell.  He graduated from English Valley High School in 1966.  Gary was united in marriage to Martha (Marty) O’Rourke on April 8, 1972, at Our Lady of the Lord’s Catholic Church in Keswick.  He has been a lifelong farmer.   Gary...

Dec 15, 2023

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Constance “Connie” Marie (Meade) Frohling who passed away on December 15 at 74 years old. Connie resided in Raymore, MO., formerly of Grand Island, NE. Her funeral mass will be held in Williamsburg, IA. at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, December 21, 2024, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Father...

Dec 14, 2023

MOUNT PLEASANT- Ron Kaska, age 87, of Mount Pleasant, died Thursday, December 14, 2023, at Addington Place.

He was a beloved husband, “Dad”, father-in-law, “Grandpa”, brother, and friend.   He was a man of great faith, who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Ron was born September 11, 1936, in East Pleasant Plain, Iowa, the son of...

Dec 14, 2023

Sarah A. Hall, age 81, of Brooklyn, passed away Thursday, December 14, 2023, at Windsor Manor, in Grinnell. A graveside service with interment will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at Brooklyn Memorial Cemetery, Brooklyn. Memorials may be contributed in Sarah’s name to Windsor Manor, in Grinnell.  Kloster Funeral Home, Brooklyn is assisting the family with...

Dec 13, 2023

 Millersburg- Lyle E Denison, age 67 of Millersburg, died on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at Windmill Manor in Coralville.

Lyle Eugene Denison was born October 18, 1956 at the Keokuk County Hospital to George (Bud) and Lucille Kelley Denison. He grew up in the Green Valley area. He attended English Valleys Community Schools and graduated in 1974. He joined the Marines...

Dec 11, 2023

Kalona-Jacob M. Kauffman was born November 3, 1925 in Arcola, Illinois, the son of Henry J and Mary Ann (Stutzman) Kauffman. Jacob grew up in Illinois and Oklahoma until moving to Iowa in 1942. On July 25, 1944, Jacob was united in marriage to Jean Christner, they were blessed with 9 children. Jacob was a lifelong farmer and shelled corn...

Dec 11, 2023

Kalona- Joe Jr. Miller was born, Nov. 1, 1931, son of Ezra and Edna (Miller) Miller in Kalona, Iowa.He accepted Christ as his savior and remained faithful until his death. He was united in marriage to Erma Amanda Yoder on Oct. 23, 1952. He passed away peacefully at home on December 11, 2023.

Surviving are his six children, Edith Miller...

Dec 10, 2023

Daniel “Dan” Patrick Quinlan, 49, of Marengo, passed away on December 10, 2023, in Marengo, Iowa, following complications from a brain injury endured two years earlier.

Dan was born in Iowa City, Iowa on January 12, 1974, to Jean (Henik) and Larry Quinlan. He grew up in a large family with three brothers and two sisters. He...

Dec 9, 2023

Dr. Donald R. Roller, age 84, of Brooklyn, passed away Saturday, December 9, 2023, at the Manor House in Sigourney. A short prayer service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at Kloster Funeral Home, Brooklyn with Pastor Josh Gerard officiating. Burial with Military Honors will be at the Brooklyn Memorial Cemetery, Brooklyn. Memorials may be...

Dec 8, 2023

 

Wellman-LaDora Elizabeth Patterson was born October 17, 1927, in Keota, Iowa, the daughter of Bernard and Lulla (Baker) Redlinger.  She graduated from Wellman High School.  After graduation she worked as a Page in Washington D. C. during WWII. 

LaDora was united in marriage to Willard (Pat) Patterson on April 6, 1947, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Kinross....